From the halls of Calvert School to the crystal waters of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Madison Moore ’13 follows her passion with purpose and a sense of wonder. As the Education and Outreach Coordinator at Coral World Ocean Park in St. Thomas, Madison spends her days leading school groups and guests through the park’s marine exhibits, sparking curiosity, instilling an understanding of ocean life, and inspiring conservation.
Graduation is always a momentous occasion for Eighth Grade students and their families, and it is especially meaningful for those with deep Calvert roots. This year, we were proud to honor nine legacy families spanning generations and including members of the Class of 2025, their parents, grandparents, and siblings who are also Calvert graduates.
Prior to the graduation ceremony, we celebrated these families with a special photo to recognize their enduring connection to the School.
Congratulations to the Class of 2021, who graduated from high school this spring and will attend colleges, universities, and postgraduate programs around the country and even internationally. This accomplished group includes student-athletes, honors scholars, and emerging leaders. As they begin this next chapter, we are proud to celebrate their achievements and to see all they will accomplish in the years ahead.
In early June, we proudly celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2025 as they graduated from Calvert School. Our newest alumni will continue their academic journeys at 12 different high schools, a testament to their individuality and the strong foundation they built at Calvert. Together, the Class of 2025 earned 200 acceptances and received more than 60 merit scholarships. As the Class of 2025 takes this exciting next step, we celebrate their Calvert legacy and the mark they made in the classroom, on the field and stage, and their impact on our community.
Congratulations, Class of 2025! Your future is bright, and your Calvert family is cheering you on every step of the way.
The American Association of Cancer Research (AACR) elected Dr. Keith Flaherty '83 as the organization's President-Elect for 2025-2026. The Director of Clinical Research and the Richard Saltonstall Endowed Chair in Oncology at Mass General Cancer Center, Dr. Flaherty has served as a member of AACR since 2001. His dedication to research and treatment of melanoma have earned recognition in the field. Dr. Flaherty will begin his term as AACR President in April 2026.
“It is the singular greatest honor of my career to be elected to serve the AACR and its membership in this capacity,” said Flaherty. “During my tenure, I hope to redouble our efforts to bridge cutting-edge discovery science with clinical translation by virtue of career development and mentorship of the next generation of translational investigators, particularly those aiming to address the needs of underserved populations.”
Calvert School welcomed alumni back to campus on April 11 and 12 for Alumni Weekend 2025—a celebration of legacy, connection, and school spirit. Whether reliving cherished memories or creating new ones, Alumni Weekend 2025 was a powerful reminder of the bonds that unite Calvert graduates across generations.
Our alumni community came together in late February for two incredible events in New York City! On Tuesday, February 25, alums rolled up their sleeves for a collaborative cooking class, during which they crafted delicious pizzas from scratch. Laughter, teamwork, and good food made for an unforgettable evening!
The next morning, alumni gathered at Lodi in Rockefeller Plaza for a networking breakfast, fueling new connections and professional growth over coffee and great conversations.
Thank you to everyone who joined us! Stay connected to learn about future events!
Congratulations to Katie Willett Santarelli '89 who was named as one of Baltimore Magazine's 2025 "Women Who Move Maryland." This annual list recognizes women throughout the state who impact the community through their professional leadership. "Santarelli is renowned for her transparency, technical expertise, and steadfast commitment to excellence, innovation, and exceptional customer service," notes the magazine.
Katie is the President of Wye River Insurance. With more than 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, Katie specializes in the real estate and construction sector.
"Every kid can be somebody, if they have somebody to show them the way." That is the mantra at the heart of the NFL's collaboration with youth organizations across the country and the theme of a commercial that ran during Super Bowl LIX. Among the mentors featured in the ad is a familiar face - Calvert alumnus Napoleon Sykes '96. InsideOut Initiative, where Napoleon serves on the Board of Directors, is one of the NFL partners included.
Dream State, the latest novel by author Eric Puchner '82, is all the buzz in the literary world! This heartfelt story takes readers on a journey to explore the moments when we make decisions that set the course of our lives, and the feelings or "what ifs" that may come as a result. The story is so captivating that Oprah Winfrey selected Dream State as her February book club pick!
Eric sat down with Oprah and CBS Mornings host Gayle King to discuss his latest novel. Watch the interview here.
Congratulations to alumnus and past Trustee Josh Perry '96 who was recently named to the 2025 "Who's Who in Black Baltimore" list. Presented by Afro News and Real Time Media, this recognition celebrates "local African American achievement in various industries such as business, politics, tech, sports, entertainment and more."
On March 4, Calvert welcomed back alumnus Xander Burchell '16 as part of the Baltimore Ravens Read Across America initiative! Xander, a Fan Development & Activation Intern with the Ravens’ marketing team, read "What Do You Do With an Idea" by Kobi Yamada to our Eighth Age students.
He also took time to answer students’ questions about his role with the Ravens and reflect on his experiences as a Calvert student.
On Saturday, February 1, Calvert Latin students tested their classical knowledge and linguistic mettle at the Gilman Certamen, where they came out on top with two phenomenal first-place trophies.
Eighth Graders Quinn D. ’25, Andrew D. ’25, Alexander B. ’25, and Alex M. ’25 claimed the top spot at the Intermediate level, which covers material through Latin II. Meanwhile, fellow Eighth Graders Lily M. ’25, Katherine Y. ’25, Ben F. ’25, and Alyssa W. ’25 rose above their fellow competitors to earn first place at the Novice level.
The group was supported by fellow Calvert entrants and scholars Hadley B. ’26, Maggie G. ’26, Brynn Caffrey ’26, and Jackson B. ’25, who also competed at the Novice level. Together with Arabella W. ’26, Maggie and Brynn previously earned second place in the Novice division at the Saturnalia Certamen in December.
In recognition of their prowess, our two winning teams each received a trophy to commemorate their win. Great job to our student scholars!
Way to go, Mighty Bees! This past weekend, January 31 to February 2, our boys’ and girls’ squash teams traveled to Philadelphia to compete in the 2025 U.S. Middle School Championships, where both teams excelled in tough matches against nationally ranked competitors.
Congratulations to Jon Meredith '84 who was appointed the next Head of School at Charleston Day School, a Kindergarten through Eighth Grade independent school located in Charleston, SC! Jon brings three decades of experience as an educator to his new role. The announcement from Charleston Day School's Board of Trustees states, "Jon has a deep love for and familiarity with the K-8 model having attended the Calvert School in Baltimore."
For the first time more than a decade, Calvert School has a competitive wrestling team!
Director of Athletics Phil D'Adamo, coaches Bill Hardy and Matthew Gallo '15, and a handful of proactive students recently revived the program to join basketball and squash as one of this year's winter offerings.
The newly created team is made up of Middle Schoolers Patrick T. '25, Zina N. '27, Lucas B. '27, and Owen A. '28, and the program is enhanced by a partnership with Friends School, which provides practice opportunities and more.
On Friday, January 17, the entire on-campus community gathered to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect upon his legacy of compassion and community engagement. The all-school assembly featured powerful remarks from John N. '25 and Mia M. '25, a recitation of Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken" by Alexander B. '25, and performances from the Middle School Glee Club and Lower School Choir.